Research Assistant I (Part Time) - Integrative Biology and Pharmacology

UTHealth Houston • Houston, TX

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Integrative Biology and Pharmacology (IBP) is interested in the cell biology, physiology and pharmacology of cell regulation and communication. Our major research themes include the molecular mechanisms and spatiotemporal dynamics of membrane signaling, intracellular and metabolic signaling, the biology and physiology of cell-cell interactions, and the use of computational, structural and systems approaches to decipher signaling networks.
This is a Part-Time, Benefits eligible position.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree required
• May substitute required education with equivalent years of experience beyond the minimum experience requirement.
• None (minimum experience)
• General knowledge of research fields
• Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.

Nice To Haves

• Highly motivated and enthusiastic candidate seeking to pursue a career in Neuroscience and Research in a newly established laboratory.
• Animal handling
• Cell culture
• Animal behavior
• Motivation to learn new skills is important

Responsibilities

• Performs laboratory experiments and activities to support research objectives.
• Collects, organizes and prepares research data to provide needed information to principal investigators and other researchers. Updates notebooks, records, and databases as needed.
• Maintains clean laboratory equipment and/or work area to ensure a safe and efficient work environment.
• Orders laboratory and/or other supplies as directed by senior research staff.
• Stays abreast of new and updated procedures and protocols for the research laboratory. Must maintain compliance with required training. May participate in continuing education programs, seminars, and workshops.
• As needed, may coordinate the work of technicians to ensure efficient, timely and high-quality results.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Organize and maintain the lab (order, manage supplies and animals).
• Provide care to the animals.
• Participate to experiments (that includes cell culture for electrophysiology, behavioral assays on rodents), data analysis and neuronal cultures aiming at identifying therapeutical targets to treat chronic pain after injury.

Benefits

• 100% paid medical premiums for our full-time employees
• Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time – all of which equates to around 37-38 days per year)
• Longevity Pay (Monthly payments after two years of service)
• Retirement/pension plan
• Free financial and legal counseling
• Free mental health counseling services
• Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs
• Other employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc.
• Resources for child and elder care

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level